Snoop Dogg Rewards Restaurant Staff with Olympics Tickets After Credit Card Declined
Milan, Italy – Snoop Dogg, serving as a special correspondent for NBC and an honorary coach for the U.S. Team at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, demonstrated a remarkable act of kindness after a minor payment hiccup at a local restaurant. According to reports, the hip-hop icon gifted five tickets to the men’s snowboard halfpipe final to the owners of Cronox in Livigno, Italy, after his credit card was declined while settling his dinner bill.
The incident occurred when Snoop Dogg ordered a cheeseburger, chicken wings, chicken nuggets, and French fries from the family-owned eatery. Sofia Valmadre, daughter of the restaurant owners, explained to Reuters that the card used by a member of Snoop’s staff was unexpectedly refused. “My mother told him it was OK [to take the food] without paying,” Valmadre said. “The next day he sent us five tickets to see the final.”
This gesture highlights a growing trend of Snoop Dogg’s positive impact at the Olympics. Since becoming a prominent figure with NBC’s coverage, beginning with the 2024 Paris Summer Games, he has embraced the role of a charismatic ambassador for the Games.
Beyond the ticket giveaway, Snoop Dogg has been a visible presence throughout the Milan-Cortina Games. He’s been seen supporting American athletes, including curlers Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, snowboarder Chloe Kim, and speedskater Erin Jackson, often sporting custom apparel celebrating their achievements. He’s also been enjoying the social aspects of the Olympics, spending time with Martha Stewart, learning to ski from Picabo Street, and connecting with athletes like Ilia Malinin, dubbed the “Quad God.”
The incident also offered a glimpse into Snoop Dogg’s culinary preferences, as recently described by Martha Stewart. She revealed that he is a “very fussy eater,” and she even surprised him with a bowl of spaghetti with meatballs topped with cheddar cheese during a recent dining experience.
The gesture towards the Cronox restaurant owners underscores a shift in public perception of the rapper, who has evolved from his earlier persona to become a beloved figure in American culture. His involvement with the Olympics has been widely praised for bringing a unique energy and accessibility to the Games, and this latest act of kindness further solidifies his image as a generous and appreciative individual.
The men’s snowboard halfpipe final, for which the Cronox family received tickets, promises to be a highlight of the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, and the Valmadre family will undoubtedly be among the most enthusiastic spectators, thanks to Snoop Dogg’s unexpected and heartwarming gesture.